Garland MULE 141 E Instruction Manual page 19

2. SECURITY PRECAUTIONS
To avoid an incorrect use of this machine, read all
the instruction manual before using the machine for
the first time. All information contained in this manual
is relevant for your personal security and for those
surrounding you. If you have any doubts about any
information included in this manual, please consult a
professional or go back to your sales point.
2.1. END USERS
This machine has been designed to be used by grown
ups who have read and understood the instruction
manual.
ATTENTION! Do not allow under age people to
use this machine.
ATTENTION! Do not allow people who have
not understood the instruction manual to use the
machine.
Before using the machine, familiarise yourself and
make sure that you know and can use all the controls
and all security devices. If you are not an expert end
use, we strongly recommend that you practice with
some simple chores with an expert user.
ATTENTION! Only lend this machine to people
acquainted with this type of machine. Always lend
the machine with the instruction manual so that this
new end user reads it carefully and fully understands
it. This machine is dangerous in non experienced hands.
2.2. PERSONAL SECURITY
Be alert and vigilant when using this machine
and use common sense when working with the
machine.
Do no use this machine when tired or under the
influence of drugs, alcohol or medicines. One
moment of distraction whilst using the machine can
cause serious personal damage.
Avoid an accidental start up. Make sure that the
switch is in the ¨open¨ position before connecting
to the mains, before transporting and before lifting
the machine. Transporting electric machines with your
finger on the switch or to plugging machines that have
the switch in the closed position can put at risk your
personal security and cause accidents.
Remove all other hand tools from the machine or
its surroundings before starting the machine. A lose
hand tool left near the machine can be touched by
the machine whilst working and project it, causing
personal damage.
Do not overstretch. Maintain your feet firmly on the
floor and maintain a good equilibrium at all times.
Always use work security clothing. Wear eye
goggles, ear protectors, gloves and working boots.
The use of security protectors for specific jobs such
as an anti dust mask, security gloves, helmet or ear
protectors will reduce the risk of personal damage.
Dress adequately. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Maintain your hair, your clothes and
yourself well clear of moving parts. Loose clothing,
jewellery and long hair can be caught up in the
moving parts.
Maintain yourself well clear of moving parts and
especially the blades when the tiller is working. Before
starting the tiller, make sure that the blades are not in
contact with any object.
Store electric machine and equipment well away from
children.
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